Darreane Valles

The rapper and activist Common says everyone has a responsibility to help make the world a better place. Common spoke last night at Texas State as part of the L-B-J Distinguished Lecture series. Bobcat Update's Darreane Valles has the story:

The university has adopted a theme this year for lectures, debates and general discussion. That theme is truth. Speaking to truth last night was Lonnie Lynn, better known as Common. He nearly filled Strahan Arena for his speech. He told those gathered that it's important to find a purpose in life.
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Common's speech was well received. It's clear the university had attracted an influential figure to deliver a message.
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The L-B-J Distinguished Lecture Series is a flagship event at Texas State. Some were excited to see such a high profile African-American in the spotlight.
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Stand up: Common's Speech last night brought in the largest crowd of any L-B-J distinguished lecturer since the series first began in 1982. For Bobcat Update, I'm Darreane Valles.